--- title: "Safeguarding Learning and Development Activities" ocid: "ocds-h6vhtk-064f22" canonical_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-064f22" markdown_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064f22.md" json_url: "https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064f22.json" source: "Find A Tender Service" current_stage: "Tender" buyer: "ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL" published: "2026-02-13" --- # Safeguarding Learning and Development Activities Buyer: ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL Current stage: Tender OCID: ocds-h6vhtk-064f22 [View canonical contract page](https://d3tenders.com/contract/?ocid=ocds-h6vhtk-064f22) [Download OCDS JSON](https://d3tenders.com/contract/ocds-h6vhtk-064f22.json) ## Summary The Isle of Wight Council is inviting suppliers to tender for the provision of safeguarding learning and development activities, focusing on both adult and children's safeguarding courses. This open competition aims to deliver a comprehensive programme of in-person and virtual courses for internal and external workforce training, supporting statutory duties and promoting welfare across various staff levels. The procurement process involves two active lots, divided into adult and children's courses, with a contract period scheduled from 6th April 2026 to 5th April 2028, with potential renewals extending up to 5th April 2030. Interested suppliers should note the tender submission deadline of 12th March 2026 and the final enquiry date on 3rd March 2026, with submissions required through the Pro Contract portal. This tender presents a notable opportunity for businesses specialising in education and training services, particularly those experienced in delivering safeguarding courses. Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with a background in community, social, and personal services will find this contract favourable due to its open competition nature. The contract value is notable, with a gross amount of £144,000 available across two lots, providing substantial incentive for growth potential. Businesses that align with the quality criteria, which include course delivery, quality, and social value, may leverage their expertise to meet the high standards set by the Isle of Wight Council, enhancing their profile and expanding their market presence within the region UKJ34. ## Notice The Isle of Wight Council seeks delivery of safeguarding learning and development activities for the workforce, both internal and external. The supplier will provide a comprehensive programme of courses, delivered both in-person and virtually, to support statutory duties and promote welfare across all staff levels. The procurement is divided into two lots: Lot 1 - Adult Safeguarding Courses Lot 2 - Childrens Safeguarding Courses For full details of the specification requirements can be found in Lot 1 - Specification Lot 1 and Lot 2 - Specification Lot 2. ### Lot Information Lot 1 - Adult Safeguarding Courses For full details of the specification, requirements can be found in: Lot 1 - Specification Lot 1 Renewal: Initial term of 24 months then 2 x extension provisions at 12m each at the sole discretion of the Authority Lot 2 - Children's Safeguarding Courses For full details of the specification, requirements can be found in: Lot 2 - Specification Lot 2 Renewal: Initial term 24 months can be extended by up to a further 24 months in 12m sections at the sole discretion of the Authority. ## Key Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication source | Find A Tender Service | | Latest notice | https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013453-2026 | | Notice type | UK4 - Tender Notice | | Procurement type | Standard | | Procurement category | Services | | Procurement method | Open | | Procurement method details | Below threshold - open competition | | Tender suitability | SME | | Awardee scale | Not specified | | All stages | Tender | ## Dates | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Publication date | 13 Feb 2026 | | Submission deadline | 12 Mar 2026 | | Future notice date | Not specified | | Award date | Not specified | | Contract period | 5 Apr 2026 - 5 Apr 2028 | | Recurrence | Not specified | ## Values | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender value | £120,000 | | Lots value | £120,000 | | Awards value | Not specified | | Contracts value | Not specified | ## Status | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Tender status | Active | | Lots status | Active | | Awards status | Not specified | | Contracts status | Not specified | ## Buyer | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Main buyer | ISLE OF WIGHT COUNCIL | | Locality | NEWPORT | | Post town | Portsmouth | | Postcode | PO30 1UD | | Country | England | | ITL 1 | TLJ South East (England) | | ITL 2 | TLJ3 Hampshire and Isle of Wight | | ITL 3 | TLJ34 Isle of Wight | | Local authority | Isle of Wight | | Electoral ward | Newport Central | | Westminster constituency | Isle of Wight West | | Delivery location | TLJ34 Isle of Wight | ## CPV Codes ### Divisions - 80 - Education and training services - 98 - Other community, social and personal services ### Codes - 80000000 - Education and training services - 98000000 - Other community, social and personal services ## Release History - 13 Feb 2026 at 14:03 - TenderUpdate - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013453-2026 - 12 Feb 2026 at 13:59 - Tender - UK4 - Tender Notice - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012928-2026 ## Documents - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/013453-2026 13th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender - https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/012928-2026 12th February 2026 - Tender notice on Find a Tender ## Notice URLs - http://www.iow.gov.uk - https://procontract.due-north.com/Opportunities/Index?v=2 - https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/2023/54/contents ## Provenance This Markdown file is an alternate public rendering of the D3 Tenders contract record. 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